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Costa Rican Jade : Guanacaste-Nicoya Jade-Like Figure-Celt Pendant
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Guanacaste-Nicoya Jade-Like Figure-Celt Pendant - PF.4060
Origin: Western Costa Rica
Circa: 300
BC
to 500
AD
Dimensions:
6.5" (16.5cm) high
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Style: Guanacaste-Nicoya
Medium: Jade-Like Stone
$9,000.00
Location: United States
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The anthropomorphic design of the figure-celt
was greatly revered as a cult image primarily in
Upper Central America, in the Guanacaste Region
and in parts of the Atlantic Watershed. The cult
image was probably derived from Olmec
anthropomorphic Celts that were associated with
earth, rain and thunderbolt. The stone Celt also
had a long history in Mexico. The Celt is usually
made from a hard, green stone either jade or
jadeite, believed to have been imported in its raw
state from Guatemala. Due to the durability of
the stone, the skill required in carving such
apiece is very great. The pale green stone allows
the subtle carving of the hands and facial
features to come alive within the stone. The
angularity of the piece adds a distinct style and
character, creating a mystery and wonder that
transcends time and history of which we have
become an integral part.
- (PF.4060)
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